The Use of Essential Oils in Odour Control for Industrial Wastewater
The Use of Essential Oils in Odour Control for Industrial Wastewater Managing industrial wastewater is essential for protecting the environment and public health, as it involves treating pollutants and odours released from manufacturing and processing facilities. Odour control is a major challenge in this process, as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), sulphur compounds, and ammonia can produce unpleasant and potentially harmful smells. Traditional odour control methods, such as chemical treatments, activated carbon filtration, and biofiltration, have been used with varying success but often involve high costs, chemical residues, and environmental concerns. Recently, essential oils have gained attention as a natural, sustainable, and effective alternative for controlling odours in industrial wastewater systems. This essay examines the application, advantages, limitations, and future potential of essential oils in this context, along with relevant references. The Role of Essential Oils...